Ukraine Goes for Gold: What It's Like to Train During War

As the war in Ukraine rages on, the effects are omnipresent in the country. Even in the capital city of Kyiv, considered one of the “safe spots,” rockets zoom past buildings and drones are visible overhead. Yet Ukraine’s top athletes remain hell-bent on competing in this summer’s Olympic Games in Paris—the nation’s first Olympics since the February 2022 Russian invasion. In the months leading up to the event, Men’s Health reports on the ground to find out how—amid so much uncertainty and adversity—three Olympians train during war and what bringing home a medal would mean for them and their country. What remains clear: The stakes have never been higher, the training routines have never been tougher, and the grit has never been stronger. [View in Browser]( [Men's Health]( [SHOP]( [MVP EXCLUSIVES]( [SUBSCRIBE]( [Alternate text] [Ukraine Goes for Gold: What It's Like to Train During War]( [Ukraine Goes for Gold: What It's Like to Train During War]( [As the war in Ukraine rages on, the effects are omnipresent in the country. Even in the capital city of Kyiv, considered one of the “safe spots,” rockets zoom past buildings and drones are visible overhead. Yet Ukraine’s top athletes remain hell-bent on competing in this summer’s Olympic Games in Paris—the nation’s first Olympics since the February 2022 Russian invasion. In the months leading up to the event, Men’s Health reports on the ground to find out how—amid so much uncertainty and adversity—three Olympians train during war and what bringing home a medal would mean for them and their country. What remains clear: The stakes have never been higher, the training routines have never been tougher, and the grit has never been stronger.]( [READ MORE]( [Alternate text] [Apple Just Lowered the Price on Its Ultra Model in All Nine Colorways]( [Apple Just Lowered the Price on Its Ultra Model in All Nine Colorways]( [The Ultra 2 is perfect for Apple users who want a rugged fitness tracker.]( [READ MORE]( [This Military-Inspired Workout Program Builds Strength and Muscle]( [This Military-Inspired Workout Program Builds Strength and Muscle]( [This plan from former Army officer and trainer Erik Bartell is designed to challenge you to be your best.]( [READ MORE]( [Alternate text] [Alternate text] [The 12 Best Early Menswear Deals Before Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale]( [The 12 Best Early Menswear Deals Before Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale]( [Stock up on everything from staple jeans and button-downs to designer sunnies and sneakers.]( [READ MORE]( [This Supplement Promises Longevity. Dietitians Explain Why You Don't Need It.]( [This Supplement Promises Longevity. Dietitians Explain Why You Don't Need It.]( [Save your money, folks.]( [READ MORE]( [Alternate text] [Alternate text] [Take Up to 34% Off Summer Gear From Amazon’s Secret Coupon Sale]( [Take Up to 34% Off Summer Gear From Amazon’s Secret Coupon Sale]( [Clicking coupons > clipping coupons.]( [READ MORE]( [Alternate text] [How Exercise Really Affects Your Testosterone, According to Doctors]( [How Exercise Really Affects Your Testosterone, According to Doctors]( [It's not as simple as you might think.]( [READ MORE]( The Best of Men's Health [This Workout Program Is Designed for Men Over 50 to Build Muscle]( [This Workout Program Is Designed for Men Over 50 to Build Muscle]( [READ MORE]( [This 4-Week Workout Will Help You Build a Superhero Chest]( [This 4-Week Workout Will Help You Build a Superhero Chest]( [READ MORE]( [READ MORE]( [READ MORE]( [Alternate text] [Prevention Embrace Your Emotions]( [LiveIntent Logo]( [AdChoices Logo]( Follow Us [Unsubscribe]( | [Privacy Notice]( | [CA Notice at Collection]( Men's Health is a publication of Hearst Magazines. ©2024 Hearst Magazines, Inc. All Rights Reserved. This email was sent by Hearst Magazines, 300 West 57th Street, New York, NY 10019-3779